In Arizona, small towns start with big hearts and creative minds determined to make a thriving community of possibilities. The City of Cottonwood is a shining example of this. Located in the "Heart of the Verde Valley Wine Country" just an hour and a half north of Phoenix, the historic Old Town Cottonwood (OTC) area is intent on bringing Main Street America back to the forefront of our minds. Acting as a hub for so many amazing restaurants, wineries and art venues, OTC has won a multitude of awards including the Governor's Tourism Award in 2012. The Old Town Association (OTA) has also helped to create and promote various community events throughout OTC, as well as encourage the growth of tourism for the economic development of entrepreneurs. We are excited and honored to have the following OTC businesses participating or involved in the 2nd Annual Verde Valley Wine Festival:
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards and their wines are the expression of the fierce and wild Arizona terrain. They are pioneers and farmers first, who use the landscape of Arizona to produce unique and prized wine that will compliment any occasion or collection. Each harvest is meticulously cared for year-in and year-out and every wine and blend is treated as an individual, right down to the barrel level. Visit their Tasting Room Sun-Thurs 12 PM to 7 PM and Fri-Sat 12 PM to 9 PM.
Burning Tree Cellars is a small boutique winery that does not distribute to grocery stores. Using only the finest fruit sources available, they focus on making excellent small batch wines. Visit their Tasting Room Sun-Thurs 12 PM to 7 PM and Fri-Sat 12 PM to 10 PM.
Colt Grill just opened in January of 2017 and was created around the simple idea of bringing a relaxing and heart warming restaurant packed with hardworking individuals and delicious foods to locals and tourists alike. Their selection of signature burgers, salads and cocktails are bound to resonate with you on levels you have yet to discover. Enjoy the restaurant daily 11 AM to 9 PM.
Cottonwood Hotel is nestled in the heart of Old Town and just steps from the largest section of the Verde Valley Wine Trail tasting rooms, antique stores, art, boutiques, shops, bars & the most popular restaurants in the whole Verde Valley. As the oldest hotel in Cottonwood, Arizona, they're proud of their long standing history and comfortable accommodations, perfect for your amazing weekend stay for the Verde Valley Wine Festival. Enter "VVWFEST" when booking online for 10% off your visit. More info and reservations HERE.
Fire Mountain Wines is proud to be the only majority owned Native American Winery in the region, featuring four wines made exclusively with Arizona grown grapes. They bring the true flavors of the southwest to every bottle with one of the largest selections of white wines in all of Verde Valley. Visit their Tasting Room Sun-Thurs 12 PM to 6 PM and Fri-Sat 12 PM to 8 PM.
Little Moo's is a specialty food boutique in the heart of Historic OTC that opened in April 2016. They hand-select artisinal, small-batch products for their incredible flavors and creativity, their dedication to delivering the highest quality products made from only the best and natural ingredients, and products that have innovative and fun packaging. Little Moo's is a place for foodies to come together and experience tastes and flavors they never have had before and to discover their next favorite food obsession!
Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room & Osteria represents the simple grass roots approach to Italian country food inspired by regional ingredients. Committed to using ingredients from Arizona’s premier farms, fields, pastures and trees, they are dedicated to coming as close as they can to a 100% Arizona presentation. Visit their Tasting Room daily 11 AM to 9 PM, 365 days of the year.
An Old Town Flower Shoppe is a full service, custom florist. (Without the custom price!) They can create for large and small events, weddings, engagements, anniversaries, and birthdays. An Old Town Flower Shoppe delivers everything from flowers, balloons and chocolates, to wine and gift baskets. They deliver all over the Verde Valley...which includes: Sedona, Jerome, Cornville, Camp Verde, Clarkdale and Cottonwood. Open Tues-Sat; Closed on Sunday & Monday.
Pawz on Main was founded by Denise & Steve Strong, avid animal lovers both involved in animal rescue for many years. They're determined to give you the best products, knowledge and support for you and your fur babies along with the highest standards in customer service. Additionally, Steve & Denise support the Cottonwood community with "Payments in Kind", a community give-back program with 20% of the profit from each credit card transaction going directly to help a local organization. Shop Mon-Thurs 10 AM to 3 PM, Fri & Sat 9 AM to 4 PM; closed on Sundays.
RIOT is a gastro-pub with the largest craft beer selection in Yavapai County featuring 34 tap handles. Their food is all locally sourced when possible and made with love. RIOT adds a southwestern Flare to their menu packed with mouth watering burgers, nachos, tacos and much more.
The State Bar is an all-Arizona beer and wine bar offering a wide selection of local beer and wine, plus cider and mead. With the success of original location in Flagstaff, AZ, the OTC location opened in Fall 2016 between Burning Tree Cellars and Bocce Pizzeria. Visit them daily Mon-Thurs 2 PM - 12 AM and Fri-Sun 9 AM - 12 AM.
Euro Style with ten exquisite guestrooms and 2 luxury penthouses in Old Town Cottonwood's dining, shopping and entertainment district in the heart of the Verde Valley, Arizona. This boutique hotel has only deluxe accommodations. The hotel was originally built in 1925 as a grocery store and was a center of activity in Old Town Cottonwood. As of this timet, The Tavern Hotel is SOLD OUT the weekend of the VVWF.
Verde Valley Olive Oil Traders opened in 2010, bringing owners Mike & Dawn into the popping culinary hub that is Main Street in Old Town. With them, they brought their passion for award winning, fresh pressed extra virgin olive oils from around the world and well aged balsamic vinegars from Modena, Italy. Visit them daily Mon-Sat 10:30 AM - 6 PM and Sun 11 AM - 5 PM.
Learn More About Old Town Cottonwood HERE.
Learn More About the Old Town Association ("OTA") HERE.
